WWE Monday Night Raw’s concept of going after The Shield in an 11 on 3 match seemed ridiculous.

As the show progressed, it became interesting as those on Team 11 were beaten down in previous matches.

Wisely, though, WWE didn’t have The Shield’s three members defeat Team 11.

The concept was different, and although rather predictable, it worked.
Let’s review:

Angelo Savoldi remembered. REACT: Nice gesture. 99 years old. Wow!

Opening segment. REACT: I liked the 11 on 3 match concept Triple H and Stephanie McMahon revealed. I liked how they said “thank you” to Team 11 for being men. I also liked HHH questioning them for fighting for a champion. Rob Van Dam’s pops were very strong.

The Miz tries to rile up Big Show against the McMahons. The Miz is told he isn’t a major player anymore. REACT: The Miz either needs to turn heel or play a strong face. This in-between doesn’t work. However, I liked how The Miz was put down and then knocked out by Big Show. Good segment.

Rob Van Dam and Randy Orton is a double countout. REACT: Nice match time and pace. Top rope DDT move was superb. Having Alberto Del Rio beat down RVD was also wise.

CM Punk speaks. REACT: Too much of a Chicago promo for me, although that was Punk speaking from the heart. I liked Punk apologizing, but I hated all the NHL talk. Segment was too long. However, it ended strongly was Paul Heyman bragging and then getting stuck on his scooter with a dead battery, in what was probably a set-up for Curtis Axel and Ryback to attack Punk. Punk-Ryback is a great future feud. Axel’s character was helped here, too.

Daniel Bryan speaks. REACT: Not the best promo. We’re supposed to believe Bryan doesn’t care about titles? The attack by Goldust and Cody Rhodes on The Shield to save Bryan was unexpected and awesome.

Team 11 beats The Shield. REACT: Smart to have RVD go out first, followed by Kingston via the arm angle. This match was busy at times, with the referee losing control. Great to have Roman Reigns spear Titus O’Neil, Justin Gabriel and Zack Ryder for the pins, and a strong sign to have Jey Uso pin Reigns (first time Reigns has been pinned). After Rollins pinned Darren Young, it was wise to have Dean Ambrose pinned. Strange to have Seth Rollins be the last member of The Shield, but this only helps his character. I liked the five on one beating he took, leading to the finish.

ANALYSIS: Although some of the promo segments lagged, the matches were strong. And a strong show concept really helped. GRADE: B.

HULK HOGAN WRITTEN OUT OF TNA WRESTLING STORYLINES

Although this segment will air next week, and it’s technically a spoiler, this is huge news that can’t wait.

From what I read, the way TNA Wrestling wrote Hogan off the show — by having him walk off and having Dixie Carter (who is supposed to be a heel) beg him to stay — was weak. Very weak.

That just didn’t make sense.

However, I guess you can’t send Hogan off with a beatdown.

That wouldn’t be appropriate.

It looks like the Hogan-TNA Wrestling chapter is closed (for good?).

What does this mean for TNA Wrestling?

It doesn’t help.

As much as critics will say Hogan has stolen the spotlight or has prevented the company from signing other stars because of the money they have to pay Hogan, TNA Wrestling is losing tons of name value.

That’s not good.

Will TNA Wrestling recover from this?

I don’t think so.

This is basically a spiral that continues to be a downward spiral.

Will Hogan go back to WWE?

Probably, eventually, yes.

It’s just meant to happen, and it’s good for both sides.

Stay tuned.

LATEST HEADLINES AND MY REACTS

Rob Van Dam, The Bella Twins, Fandango, The Usos, The Wyatt Family and Curtis Axel reportedly not part of 2K14 roster. Also, Roddy Piper wasn’t included because Mr. T couldn’t come to terms. REACT: The Bella Twins are shockers, considering their standing in WWE, but these other ones really aren’t that big of a deal.

WWE and American Greetings agree to produce greetings cards, party favors and other similar items. The new items debut in June 2014. REACT: No-brainer.

Sheamus to return as a heel. REACT: Wise. He’d return with more interest.

WrestleMania XXX rumored matches are The Rock vs. Brock Lesnar and Undertaker vs. Ryback. If The Rock doesn’t wrestle, WWE likes Lesnar vs. Undertaker. REACT: Even though you shouldn’t believe rumors, I buy these. My current hunch has The Rock not being a part of the card.

Mickie James reportedly offered $60,000 per year to stay with TNA Wrestling. REACT: On name value alone, I think that’s a low number.

Kharma to return to WWE? REACT: We’ve heard these rumors before. Believe it when you see it.

Tensai making $100,000 per year with New Japan Pro Wrestling, and WWE countered with $400,000. REACT: I don’t believe these numbers.

Dolph Ziggler in the doghouse for good, because he will “never draw money.” REACT: I compare Ziggler to Randy Orton. He is great for WWE. There really isn’t much debate here.

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